Payroll Specialist: Precise Pay & Timekeeping

City of Blaine; Blaine (MN); On-site; USD 47,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Blaine seeks a payroll clerk under general supervision to prepare and distribute payroll, maintain records, and assist with utility billing. You will handle data entry, payroll inquiries, and reporting for federal, state, and local agencies.

A high school diploma or GED is required, with at least one year of payroll or accounting experience. Proficiency in spreadsheets and MS Office is essential; Tyler Technologies OS experience is a plus. Salary range is $33.95–$37.31 per hour.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; associate degree preferred.
• 1+ year payroll and/or accounting experience preferred.
• Proficiency with spreadsheets and MS Office.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English, verbally and in writing.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and distribute payroll and related reports for government agencies.
• Maintain cash receipts, accounts receivable, and utility billing support.
• Enter data for payroll, resolve payroll issues, and calculate adjustments.
• Generate payroll reports for FICA, PERA, insurance, unions and year-end forms (W2s).
• Maintain employee salary/benefits/deductions records and assist with audits.

Skills

Payroll

Data entry

Spreadsheets

MS Office

English communication

Accounting principles

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate’s degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Tyler Technologies Operating System

MS Office (Excel/Word)

Job description

The City of Blaine seeks a payroll clerk under general supervision to prepare and distribute payroll, maintain records, and assist with utility billing. You will handle data entry, payroll inquiries, and reporting for federal, state, and local agencies.

A high school diploma or GED is required, with at least one year of payroll or accounting experience. Proficiency in spreadsheets and MS Office is essential; Tyler Technologies OS experience is a plus. Salary range is $33.95–$37.31 per hour.